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Act as Supply Chain lead on team focused on improving service levels for Retail/ aftermarket customers
Works across multiple “supplier-customer” relationships (internal and external) to develop the best approach to get results
Works collaboratively to investigate problems, find root causes, and develop solutions
Designs and develops automated and semi-automated reporting solutions to monitor supply chain performance and freight spend and to
address current business problems or to streamline processes
Resolves incidents and fulfills requests under general guidance
Proactively identifies and implements enhancement opportunities and cost reduction projects
Communicate perceived risks, as they relate to Logistics, to senior staff members with mitigation recommendations
SCM Analyst
Assists with department business plan forecast and development
Collaborates with Parts Transportation Engineers to identify and develop optimum service parts transportation provider objectives
Reviews historical data and trends and validates performance vs objectives and suggests potential corrective action plans
Assists in summarizing and reporting PDC/PDO/Transportation BP expense performance to management
Assists with KPI development, tracking and reporting
Responsible for Shopping Basket creation and monitoring to ensure PO assignment and timely availability. Monitors actual expenses vs PO
funds and monthly accruals. Helps resolve invoice/ payment issues
Collects and validates performance data for North American Parts Benchmarking activities and reporting
Other assignments as may be required by management
Will act as lead interface between facing functions
Coordinate new account setup
Incorporate COMPAS Export production into car flow, budget and forecasts
Coordinate trial and special vehicle orders
Determine best workload reassignment among analysts for most efficient account coverage
Oversee Action plans, tasks, and results against an agreed timeline
Work with COMPAS analyst on issues such as Export status on actions needed per the COMPAS Master Plan
Work with COMPAS analyst to monitor, coordinate and implement COMPAS actions within Export operations
Implement unique COMPAS related processes within the Export team such as Model spec creation, Customs, shipping and invoicing
Coordinate User Acceptance testing for the implementation of COMPAS unique I.S. and business solutions
Works directly with all levels of management within the Logistics department to develop planning strategies for all projects requiring
logistic changes, warehouse alignment, and manpower/cost reductions
Develop detailed plan of work schedule and implementation timing for Logistic Department projects. Submit work orders and/or shopping
baskets for project work or materials. Hold update meetings to review project progression, schedule timing where applicable and review
any related issues
Assist 3PL in YAMAZUMI creation to verify manpower/equipment needs and identify improvement opportunities
Analyze space opportunities/shortages by creating and maintaining CAD layouts to scale within the offsite warehouse operations
Use MICROSOFT VIZIO to create process flow diagrams
Develop all project cost and savings data analysis for project approval
Present project details to management for approval/ funding
Present completed projects in departmental and Go & See presentations
Benchmarking to determine best practices and implement horizontal deployment to other Nissan plants
Preparation of various analyses and KPI reports
Preparation of routine reports and documents out of the system
Data analysis and preparation/ automatisation of reports Commented [SG(1]:
Ad-hoc reporting and analysis
Market analyzes Commented [SG(2]:
Preparation of PowerPoint presentations and Excel reports
Assisting the Group Vice President/ Head of Supply Chain Management Operations Europe in administrative duties
Extensive diary management, arranging meetings, rescheduling, sending confirmation, participation tracking
Organizing international travel arrangements, Visas, hotels, transfers
Processing expenses
Assisting with and organizing team events
Coordinating meeting room bookings and logistics for conference and video calls
Organizing and supporting visits
Acting as a point of contact for internal and external clients/stakeholders
Collaborates with suppliers to ensure timely arrival of monthly, weekly and emergency orders. Performs procurement and inventory control
by generating and working open order reports. Identifies and resolves critical backorder situations. Launches weekly ordering process with
assigned suppliers/business segments to support the Supplier Improvement Program
Reviews back order reports to prioritize supplier shipment schedules and address critical outstanding orders. Publishes past due order
reports for suppliers exhibiting substandard delivery performance. Identifies and resolves critical backorder situations. Launches weekly
ordering process with all suppliers
Monitors demand changes and analyzes requirements. Forecasts maintenance, demand management, and replenishment of orders
Interfaces with related departments to solve purchasing, technical, accounting, and shipping issues. Investigates and resolves issues
associated with their suppliers regarding labeling, packaging, receiving, quality, invoicing, and transportation
May visit supplier’s location to identify and solve ordering and shipment problems and develop a corrective action plan in concert with
more experienced personnel
Job Knowledge and Skill: Knowledge of inventory control processes and procedures. Understanding of statistical analysis, parts forecasting
methodologies, and associated system software. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Basic understanding of principles,
concepts, practices and standards related to supply and logistics system information management. Ability to prepare statistical analysis
according to established forecasting methodologies using associated system software and information
Education and Experience: Two years of related experience. A bachelor’s degree in business administration or related degree is preferred
as well as supply management certification and automotive industry experience
Computer Skills: Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs, spreadsheets, and other PC applications, or mainframe applications
to create specialized applications or products of a highly technical nature
Personality traits that secure the build-up of commitment and trustworthy relationships with stakeholders in a global environment
Help design, implement (configure), and support SAP SCM as a member of Project 20/Twenty
Work closely with development resources to ensure all SCM interfaces are functioning as designed
Assist in architectural conversations related to SCMs inclusion in the UA SAP landscape
Work closely with Global Operating Model team to ensure a seamless transition to the run team upon go live(s)
Experience with some, or all of the following modules of SAP SCM preferred – Transportation Management (TM), Event Management (EM),
Global Trade Services (GTS)
Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication and the ability to present information in a clear, concise and complete
manner
Ability to manage competing priorities in order to effectively deliver results
Bachelor’s degree in Business Management with MIS focus or Computer Science
Collaborate with IS Service Managers and Business Process Specialists to estimate the effort for IS solution/services development, change
requests and releases
Translate requirements from projects and changes into specifications for internal and external delivery parties
Create and maintain the Business Blueprint (BBP - detailed process description and requirements document)
Understand the related business processes in detail and apply this knowledge to shape and align IS solutions/services building and delivery
activities
Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in relevant area of responsibility, contributing technical and business process/data expertise to either
support ongoing operations or develop new software
Support Business Engagement Managers in the qualification of the business request for assigned service(s)
Drive implementation of sourcing projects internally and with supplier network in support of the cost, working capital, quality, and delivery
objectives
Ensure on time and on cost launch of responsible projects
Perform data management through a combination of data mining, data modeling, cost/benefit analysis, and problem analysis to
develop solutions and recommendations to management
Provide data reports to support decision making and/or changes to current sourcing strategies
Communicate clearly and professionally to stakeholders
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties and other projects as assigned by the Senior Commodity Manager and Team Leader
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or technical field
Self-starter with high degree of motivation who can operate with minimal supervision
Strong organizational, motivation, and communication skills
Driven personality, able to influence others to support completion of required assignments
Manages and coordinates activities of buyers and support staff
Oversees activities related to the purchase of material, material control, inventory control, shipping/receiving and stores functions
Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function
Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures and material control systems
Assures that departmental and support personnel are focused on continuous improvement of products and processes
Directly relevant experience in lieu of degree requirements
Strong working experience with progressive roles in Finance, FP&A, Controlling, FP&A functional management
Proven depth of end-to end business knowledge, financial analytics and strategic insight
Strong political acumen, with an ability to recognize organizational and business differences and work to effect alignments
Proven ability to marry financial constructs with business knowledge and to partner with general and functional teams
An understanding of and affinity with Philips ways of working, values, cultural expectations and norms
A change agent, who initiates, coaches and directs Finance staff teams and stakeholders to or through change – you are adept at
implementations of change through effective communication and leadership techniques
Ability to set priorities and cope with tight deadlines
Working experience in supply chain domain is strong pre
Excellent knowledge of MS Excel. Knowledge of SAP (R3 FICO/BW) is a pre
Understand, use and support the build software that compiles, packages and queues finished applications for deployment to QA, pre-
production and production environments
Make sure customers receive prompt, efficient and courteous attention. Respond to support tickets in a manner that clearly
communicates status, and work towards rapid resolution of requests
Ensure that SCM policy and processes are followed through the software promotion, build, and deployment cycle, while providing high
levels of consistent service to application development teams
Understand and practice the source code management methodology and verify software application and database version control
Practice and promote teamwork at all times. Set a good personal example of positive attitude and superior performance
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience in computer technology or other IT related discipline
At least three (3) years of experience in software development related roles, or two (2) years of professional experience plus relevant
education in the software development field
Experience as an SCM or systems administrator supporting software development teams is required
Experience with Enterprise-level source code management system and build automation programming is preferred, such as Git, VSTS,
JIRA, and artifact or package management
Experience using tools or languages to develop automated processes is a plus, such as Perl, Python, or PowerShell
Excellent verbal and written communication is required, along with a desire for continuous learning
Knowledge of materials planning systems (MRP/ERP) requirements and order generation process logic
Understanding of Supply Chain Management operational concepts surrounding production planning, inventory control, purchasing,
logistics, stockroom operations, and shipping/receiving
Working knowledge of intercompany purchase procedures and processes in an international context
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Process Variation Reduction (Six Sigma) concepts and tool sets as they relate to materials
management
Financial Analyst Job Duties:
Synthesizing and analyzing financial data (like budgets and income statement forecasts) with consideration for the company’s goals
Creating alternatives and recommending courses of action to reduce costs and improve the company’s finances
Generating reports, charts, and tables on financial information
Developing financial models
Conducting benchmarking and process analysis
Doing business studies on past, future, and comparative performance and developing forecast models
Identifying trends
Tracking actual financial results in comparison with company forecasts
Comparing and correcting data in regards to transactions
Updating career knowledge
Consulting with upper management to influence long-term, strategic decision making
Coordinating with other team members
Keeping financial information confidential
Training new employees
Improving process efficiency
Troubleshooting problems with financial systems
Researching economic conditions
Collected, analyzed and managed quantitative data and created meaningful reports to lead business improvement and cost reductions
Recommended, developed and implemented policies and program that guide the organization in maintain and improving its competitive
positive and profitability
Led a department and provided guidance to a team of 15 members
Managed 5 projects that had budget over INR2 Lacs Crores
Maintained and monitored the fund and equity investments, including inflows, outflows, valuations, risk ratings, performance analysis and
record maintenance.
Prepared weekly reports and led presentations for training new staff.
Reduced material costs by 15% in my first year.
Provided strategic forecast support
Effectively communicated with buyers to ensure contractual agreements were met by the B2B suppliers
Mitigated over $10M in procurement through inventory management and adding stock on hard to demand planning
Reduced write-offs by 59%
Achieved a gross operative margin of 22%
Logistics support & Forecast Management - increased accuracy by 5%
Delivery delay reduced by 97% (from average 30dd to 1d per product)
Updated industrial data of over 1000 companies from manufacture industry
Procurement and Supplier Relationship Management for Italian-sourced products and commodities for 50 M EURO
Managed procurement function and QMS according to ISO 9001
SUPPLY CHAIN SECONDARY SOURCING / BUYER
Development of project sourcing and contracting strategies
Communicate effectively with stakeholders on bidding process status
Assign purchase requisitions from relevant PGroup in SAP to own workload on a daily basis, and prioritize according to cycle time and
lead time
Contribute to setting performance targets
Work with stakeholders to ensure compliance to contract and pricing terms
Understand the dynamics of the various markets and drivers that affect the key suppliers (e.g. shut downs, trends in pricing and lead
times)
Support the Category Lead to measure performance of suppliers, escalate issues, and support regular supplier reviews with key suppliers
SUPPLY CHAIN STRATEGIC SOURCING ANALYST
Provide data, analytic, and decision support to strategic procurement teams across all stages of the category management processes
Connect historical spend, forecasted spend, market intelligence and develop recommendations as inputs to SC strategy development
Conduct external research to analyze market opportunities, risks, technology trends, etc., associated with assigned categories; model,
monitor, and report trends in underlying cost drivers
Provide analytic support to sourcing leads in helping business make final vendor selection/award decisions
Monitor economic and market condition to help develop strategies that influence the timing and tactics for the procurement of key
goods and services
Provide input on future category price trends and implications
Evaluate and manage subscriptions to various sources of information
SUPPLY CHAIN SOURCING
Supply Chain commercial agreements related to the professional services’ category management, including of HR services, payroll,
global pay and benefits, global learning development, consultant, marketing, events, global technology services and projects… in
alignment with Global Operations and the GE global businesses and the GE functions (such as finance, business development, HR, IT,
compliance)
Supply Chain commercial agreements, including IFM, MRO, Professional services, business process outsourcing, engineering consulting
and development services, HR services, telecom, serving and technology contracting (license agreements, SaaS agreements, all types
of cloud, open source, technology-related hardware agreements, technology-related services agreements including in alignment with
Global Operations and the GE global businesses and the GE functions (such as finance, marketing, business development, HR, IT,
compliance, legal and security (data and physical))
Supply Chain commercial agreements, mainly IT and telecom contracting (license agreements, SaaS agreements, all types of cloud,
open source, technology-related hardware agreements, technology-related services agreements, telecom, serving in alignment with
Global Operations and the GE global businesses and the GE functions (such as finance, marketing, business development, HR, IT,
compliance, legal and security (data and physical
Supply Chain commercial agreements related to the MRO, tools, equipment, machines, and global industrial and offices IFM, EHS
services, office suppliers, in alignment with Global Operations and the GE global businesses and the GE functions (such as finance,
business development, Manufacturing teams)
Negotiate with suppliers – including statements of work and underlying framework purchase, and outsourcing and/or other types of
services agreements
Develop and support negotiation with suppliers – including statements of work and underlying framework purchase, licensing and
outsourcing and/or professional services agreements
Supply Chain commercial agreements related to the labor category management, including temporary workers, global engineering
services, in alignment with Global Operations and the GE global businesses and the GE functions (such as finance, business
development, HR, IT, compliance)
Manage sourcing strategists in the development and implementation of category management programs for key segments of external
spend, as well as Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs for key suppliers
Manage Nuclear Supply Chain analytical team in the development and management of identified performance metrics. Areas of focus
include: increasing portion of source able spend that is competitively bid, Supply Chain driven sourcing savings, inventory value,
compliance with Nuclear Supplier Performance Assessment Program
Works with the Directors of Strategic Sourcing, Strategic Planning and Nuclear Supply Chain to identify, develop, implement and monitor
opportunities for process improvement and value creation initiatives. Review and analyze sourcing data, market trends, benchmarking
best practices, and maintain market awareness to provide continuous improvements for sourcing strategies
Allocate sourcing specialists in support of category management and strategic sourcing priorities. Manage sourcing specialists in the
execution of strategic sourcing and/or major project sourcing activities
Develop and facilitate collaborative working relationships with internal customers and the supply base through communications and
timely reporting of changes in critical business matters. Provide internal customers and management regular updates on category
strategies and SRM programs, including key performance metrics and status of process improvement initiatives
Works with the Director & Strategic Sourcing to develop strategies to address changing business priorities, and to identify and recommend
changes in programs and policies that drive achievement of performance objectives
Manage category managers in the development and implementation of category management programs for key segments of external
spend, as well as Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs for key suppliers
Works with the Director Strategic Sourcing and Director - SC Operations to identify, develop, implement and monitor opportunities for
process improvement and value creation initiatives. Review and analyze sourcing data, market trends, benchmarking best practices, and
maintain market awareness to provide continuous improvements for sourcing strategies
Allocate sourcing specialists and category managers in support of category management and strategic sourcing priorities. Manage
sourcing specialists and category managers in the execution of strategic sourcing and/or major project sourcing activities
Develop and facilitate collaborative working relationships with internal partners and the supply base through communications and timely
reporting of changes in critical business matters. Provide internal customers and management regular updates on category strategies and
SRM programs, including key performance metrics and status of process improvement initiatives
Works with the Director Strategic Sourcing to develop strategies to address changing business priorities, and to identify and recommend
changes in programs and policies that drive achievement of performance objectives
Works with the Director Strategic Sourcing to implement skills assessment and development programs for category managers and sourcing
specialists
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Economics or related field (Six -6) years of related work experience may substitute for degree)
Eight (8) years of Supply Chain Experience
Previous Management experience of at least two (2) years
Experience in complex contract development and negotiation
Strong analytical and financial background
Excellent written and oral communication, project management, leadership and interpersonal skills
Source potential suppliers, develop and maintain supplier relationships, determine the right supply base and negotiate contracts and
business requirements while optimizing the total acquisition cost
Be responsible for the administration of commercial agreements with our suppliers and the implementation of optimization projects in a
product family environment
Work closely with various Engineering, Operations, Logistics, Finance and Supply Chain departments where developments of these
relationships are a key success factor
Develop product family strategies in line with business requirements and objectives for new and sustaining programs
Identify, analyze and realize cost optimization opportunities
Negotiate contracts, commercial agreements and product changes, as well as amend contracts
You hold a bachelor's degree in Commerce, Administration and/or have extensive experience in strategic sourcing
You have a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience in supply chain/strategic sourcing
You have experience in the aerospace industry and/or manufacturing environment (asset)
You have solid negotiation experience
You understand legal terminology; ability to draft clauses would be considered (asset)
You have knowledge and experience in project management, operations and financial management
You hold an APICS certification (asset)
You have demonstrated strong communication abilities, are results oriented and a team player
You are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project) and experience using SAP (asset)
Develop new analytical models for demand/supply forecasts based on segmented supply chain solutions
Execute strategic business objectives while working with key internal stakeholders to improve the supply chain commodity supply with the
latest internal and external information
Prepare and give detailed data-driven business reviews to senior management, focused on continuity of supply of market based
commodities and associated impacts
Minimum of 5 years professional experience (in high technology or consumer electronics)
B materials, wire and cable, wood poles, chemicals and gases, substation steel structures, meters, steel poles, and lattice steel towers
Transformers, switches, cap banks, and circuit breakers
Management of employees – including hiring decisions, establishing & managing performance expectations, training/development
including timely feedback, coaching, and support
Category/Commodity strategy development & management – including market analysis, benchmarking, & detail business strategy/plan
in order to meet company/organization unit goals & objectives
Management of supplier relationships (external) including oversight of procurement process, contract development, amendments, and
supplier performance which includes supplier scorecards, evaluation criteria, and associated meetings/reviews
Management of business organization relationships (internal) - including category/spend strategies, purchasing consultation, risk
management, and corporate compliance to enterprise wide supply chain policy and procedures
Perform reviews, QA checks, and provide feedback to employees regarding their production of commercial, contractual, and other
documentation in direct support of the procurement governance process
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or related field; or an
equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Certification or Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) Certification
Experience with supply chain, category management, or strategic sourcing activities
Experience purchasing and negotiating complex contracts or agreements with vendors
Experience creating and/or leading a team in the creation and management of RFPs, bid evaluations, purchase orders, contracts, outline
agreements, change orders, and related contractual documents
Experience leading teams in the application of best-practice processes, tools, and techniques for Category Management, Procurement,
Supply Management, or Contract Management
Experience providing SME advice or input, QC/QA reviews, and other feedback to peers or employees on the quality, content, and
effectiveness of contractual and other documents including RFPs, bid evaluations, purchase orders, contracts, outline agreements,
change orders, and executive memos
Experience with SAP Procurement modules
Experience with Ariba
Experience establishing performance metrics and tracking results to optimize productivity and quality
Experience managing budgets
Experience prioritizing activities, delegating, monitoring assignments, and holding employees accountable for results
Experience interfacing effectively and collaborating with internal and external employees and all levels of management to develop
solutions and ensure stakeholder buy-in
Experience communicating with internal and external stakeholders
Experience consulting with clients, including independently identifying client needs, developing action plans, identifying deliverables, and
presenting results
Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access
Develop and manage long term supplier relationships that will provide Sea Ray and Brunswick Boat Group with a competitive advantage
BS degree in electrical engineering, or similar discipline, required
2 of the below certifications preferred
Supply Chain commercial agreements related to the professional services’ category management, including of HR services, payroll,
global pay and benefits, global learning development, consultant, marketing, events, global technology services and projects… in
alignment with Global Operations and the GE global businesses and the GE functions (such as finance, business development, HR, IT,
compliance)
The role will cover global deals and USA but not the regional or local deals (except for USA)
Ensure smooth coordination with the regional or country lawyers part of the Global Operations Supply Chain indirect sourcing and
property Legal team
Effectively support cross-functional teams through the RFI, RFP and other applicable sourcing processes: including requirements definition,
bid/negotiations, contract documentation and integration, ensuring appropriate approvals are obtained at each tollgate
Support legal shared services simplification through process refinement, template standardizations
Negotiate with suppliers – including statements of work and underlying framework purchase, and outsourcing and/or other types of
services agreements
Ensure Legal Early warning awareness in the zone with regulatory compliance requirements (when applicable)
Training to the in-house customers (global ops indirect sourcing team)
Handle legal escalations due to service delivery/quality issues and invoicing/payable issues, etc
Assist in formulating and implementing indirect supply chain policies and processes Execute on special projects as required within the
team
Drive process discipline and productivity tools usage to increase capacity and drive controllership
Supervising outside counsel when necessary
Law degree and 7+ years of legal experience from accredited law school handling commercial and contract matters
Demonstrated expert knowledge and command of commercial and outsourcing law, particularly in the US marketplace, with a minimum
of five years’ practice in a US state preferably in either a law firm or in a responsible in-house position
Demonstrated experience and strength with contract drafting and negotiation
Highly effective team player who can implement a shared vision, energize others, challenge the status quo and drive change within the
organizations
Strong process experience & orientation – organized and results-oriented
Experience supporting materials and other direct sourcing will also be considered
Experience in real estate or construction law will also be considered
Ability to work in a digitized environment (such as contract authoring tools etc…)
Significant previous work experience in North America in supporting indirect sourcing or commercial sales functions
Significant prior experience with privacy & commercial and competition laws applied in a sourcing context
Must have self-confidence to be able to work in a fast-paced transactional environment
Previous global experience
Strong customer service and global mindset with the ability to enhance internal/external customer relationships
Demonstrated facilitation and communication skills
Supply Chain commercial agreements, including IFM, MRO, Professional services, business process outsourcing, engineering consulting and
development services, HR services, telecom, serving and technology contracting (license agreements, SaaS agreements, all types of
cloud, open source, technology-related hardware agreements, technology-related services agreements including in alignment with
Global Operations and the GE global businesses and the GE functions (such as finance, marketing, business development, HR, IT,
compliance, legal and security (data and physical))
Support Global operations transformation through process refinement, template standardizations, localization and digitization
Develop and support negotiation with suppliers – including statements of work and underlying framework purchase, licensing and
outsourcing and/or professional services agreements
Training to the in-house customers
Support some supply chain template localizations
Law legal degree with 5+ years of legal experience (in house and /or law firm) from accredited law school handling commercial matters
with at least 3 years’ experience handling property and commercial legal matters
Ability to navigate in a matrix environment
Digital legal mindset (digitization experience of legal tools and templates will be a plus)
Organized and results-oriented
Effective counselor with ability to implement a shared vision, energize others, challenge the status quo and drive change within the
organization
Supply Chain commercial agreements, mainly IT and telecom contracting (license agreements, SaaS agreements, all types of cloud,
open source, technology-related hardware agreements, technology-related services agreements, telecom, serving in alignment with
Global Operations and the GE global businesses and the GE functions (such as finance, marketing, business development, HR, IT,
compliance, legal and security (data and physical
Effectively support cross-functional teams through the RFI, RFP and other applicable IT & sourcing processes: including requirements
definition, bid/negotiations, contract documentation and integration, ensuring appropriate approvals are obtained at each tollgate
Digitization
Support negotiation with suppliers – including statements of work
Law degree from accredited law school and at least 3 years of legal experience handling commercial and contract matters. Significant IT
and technology experience is required
Demonstrated expert knowledge and command of commercial law, particularly in the US and global marketplace, with a minimum of five
years’ practice in a US state preferably in either a law firm or in a responsible in-house position
Must be a member in good standing of one or more State bar or the DC bar and where required, in house counsel registration
Previous work experience in technology and sourcing transactions (e.g. software development, outsourcing and licensing (including open
source)) and in supporting indirect sourcing or commercial sales functions on US platforms
Prior experience with privacy/data protection, marketing, commercial and competition laws applied in a sourcing context, web-based
content/licensing, partnering and/or distribution
Demonstrated facilitation and communication skills’
Supply Chain commercial agreements related to the MRO, tools, equipment, machines, and global industrial and offices IFM, EHS services,
office suppliers, in alignment with Global Operations and the GE global businesses and the GE functions (such as finance, business
development, Manufacturing teams, …)
Assist in formulating and implementing indirect supply chain policies and processes
Execute on special projects as required within the team
Significant previous work experience in in North America in supporting indirect sourcing or commercial sales functions
Significant prior experience with EHS, commercial and competition laws applied in a sourcing context
Develop, implement, and train sourcing teams on standard reporting templates, which will assist the team in supplier performance,
product line negotiations, and category rationalization
Produce the Weekly communication to the sales team on issues related to the Supply Chain Sourcing – Supplier production issues, future
price changes from supply base, product line rationalization
Track and communicate status on Supplier Contracts
Provide inventory reports to internal stakeholders and suppliers
Establish rapport with other Patterson teams, build effective relationships, and share wins and successes
Develops and maintains the Standard Operating Procedures for the Sourcing teams
Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiencies, proactively question existing processes and procedures, and implement
change to gain efficiencies
Assists in the management of the Vendor Portal
Associate’s degree in Business or relevant experience
Effectively prioritize multiple demands and heavy workload
Ability to work effectively within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced changing environment -- multi-tasks, prioritizes and
meets deadlines in timely manner
Has good organizational and problem solving skills
3+ years of applicable experience in data analytics
Proficiency in MS SharePoint
Development of procurement plan for all material and service requirements including long lead items
Development of project sourcing and contracting strategies
Procure in alignment with established procedures, agreed to category strategies, project strategy, and current SC procedures;
recommend alternatives to the BU when possible Create/issue RFP (request for proposal) or RFQ (request for quotation) with suppliers,
evaluate commercial aspects of the proposals, coordinate technical evaluation with other stakeholders, negotiate cost savings, and
Negotiate commercial terms per BU requirements
Assist in resolution of any material shipment error with suppliers
Identify productivity improvement opportunities, supplier performance, cost savings, and improved processes and / or enhanced services
to the business unit SPOC
Resolve complex functional / technical systemic/process issues
Escalate complex functional / technical issues in a timely and proactive manner
Procure in alignment with established procedures, agreed to category strategies, project strategy, and current SC procedures;
recommend alternatives to the BU when possible
Initiate a SQR (Supplier Qualification Request) to Supplier Lifecycle Management when BU requires a new Supplier for technical or
capacity reasons
Provide input to performance based specifications and work with suppliers in managing contract requirements where appropriate
Work with the Master Data team to create new vendor, material, or service masters for SAP when required
Understand the dynamics of the various markets and drivers that affect the key suppliers (e.g. shut downs, trends in pricing and lead times)
Contract formation required for standalone/project-specific agreements when master agreements are not applicable
Stakeholder Management – Establishes credibility with stakeholders, understands their requirements / expectations; demonstrated ability to
network and influence others
Communication - Demonstrates written, verbal and presentation skills and the ability to make concepts compelling and get buy-in from
stakeholders
Supply Planning - Promotes cooperation for planning throughout the supply chain and with BU leaders and other stakeholders
Opportunity Identification – Identifies and articulates value add / cost savings opportunities based on spend, market and business analysis
Supplier Enabled Innovation – Identifies and facilitates adoption of innovation and industry best practices into supplier contracts and the
business practices
Supplier Development – Support the Category Leads in strategic relationship with key TransCanada suppliers
Supplier Monitoring - Supports strategic supplier performance using the appropriate metrics and process
Supplier Evaluation - Determines supplier selection criteria and develops supplier evaluation process aligned with business drivers utilizing
supplier performance scorecard methodology
Decision Making - Embraces fact-based decision making processes; demonstrated ability to manage multiple high priority projects, and or
competing priorities
Buying/sourcing experience
Strong computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel; SAP and ARIBA experience an asset)
Accountable to create and execute the Category Management strategic plan as agreed to with the category leadership team
Work with the category teams, business stakeholders and suppliers to deliver solutions that meet business requirements
Responsible for the quality and effectiveness of the delivery of strategic sourcing solutions to the business
Understand the business demand and opportunities for all categories, ensuring appropriate allocation of sourcing resources
Ensure utilization of demand forecasts, market intelligence, spend analytics and analytical models (should-cost, TCO, etc.) into RF(x)
documents and negotiations
Support strategic sourcing teams to build RFP and tender documents for go-to-market strategies
Participate in and support negotiations with suppliers as required
Accountable to ensure a proper implementation and support plan exists for new contracts
Ensure the sourcing process promotes post award contract administration prior to reassigning resources to another assignment
Ensure the sourcing process is inclusive of local and diverse content and community vendor requirements
Be a key process owner for analytical models development and training
Gather and consolidate feedback from the Category Leads from the internal customers and stakeholders, applying this knowledge and
data to the strategic priorities of the function
Ensure effective working relationship (and clear roles, responsibilities) between the strategic sourcing team in Category Management and
the Sourcing Specialists in the Business Unit facing Supply Chain teams
Minimum of 15 years of related experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technical or other equivalent discipline, MBA considered a strong asset/preferred
Team leadership experience
Executive communication and presentation experience
Demand and supply planning experience
Category strategy development experience
Supplier management experience
Category management experience
Oil & Gas industry knowledge
Support all secondary sourcing requirements for materials and rotating equipment
Ability to understand highly engineered & complex materials and equipment subcategories
Understand the business demand for these materials and its related subcategories
Work with Category Leads to build RFP and tender documents for go-to-market documents
Participate in and support negotiations with suppliers
Help administer contracts with key stakeholders and suppliers
Work with stakeholders to ensure compliance to contract and pricing terms
Support the Category Lead to measure performance of suppliers, escalate issues, and support regular supplier reviews with key suppliers
Communicate effectively with stakeholders on bidding process status
Assign purchase requisitions from relevant PGroup in SAP to own workload on a daily basis, and prioritize according to cycle time and lead
time
Assist resolution of any material shipment error with Supplier
Analyze supplier performance metrics, recommend improvement opportunities
Assist with the development of purchasing plan for all material and service requirements where applicable, especially regarding the timing
of long lead items
Assist with the development of project sourcing strategy where applicable
Assure and maintain data integrity on all inputs to the PO / RO
Identify and communicate cost drivers for products and services
Contribute to setting performance targets
Create 3PI (third party inspection) RO when required for engineered materials
Create / Issue RFP (request for proposal) or RFQ (request for quotation) with Suppliers, receive their proposals / quotes, evaluate
commercial aspects of the proposals / quotes, coordinate technical evaluation with other stakeholders, negotiate cost savings if intending
to use a standalone PO, negotiate delivery dates according to BU requirements, and draft a release / purchase order
Develop contacts and relationships with Suppliers; maintain team database on contact information
Document and share lessons learned with respect to purchasing and SC activities where applicable
Ensure goods and services are obtained cost effectively to meet requirements and in accordance with corporate compliance
requirements
Escalate any Supplier exceptions to PO terms and conditions during a RFP / RFQ to a Category Lead for negotiation and resolution with
Legal, BU, and Supplier. Upon finalization, include the signed-off terms and conditions in the subsequent PO to the Supplier
Execute procurement acquisition strategies for long lead materials where applicable
Identify productivity improvement opportunities, facilitate cost savings, and improved processes and / or enhanced services to the BUs
Provide input to performance based specifications and work with Suppliers in managing contract requirements where appropriate
Request the Master Data team to create new vendor, material, or service masters for SAP
Stakeholder Management – Establishes credibility with stakeholders, understands their requirements / expectations through stakeholder
influence
Decision Making - Embraces fact-based decision making processes
Bachelor of Commerce or equivalent post-secondary degree required
Draft, negotiate base agreements, Statements of Work, and Service Level Agreements, and contracts
Develop Requests for Proposal (RFP), evaluate, analyze and assess results, document recommendations and communicate results to
internal clients and suppliers with the objective of creating strategic business opportunities and savings
Communicate effective cost reduction strategies to all levels of staff, including hospital executives and senior level staff, including
Category Managers and VBS Project Managers
Works closely with Senior Buyers to ensure standardization compliance
Assists in managing the catalog and contracts information within Master Data Management
Supports Value Based Selection program, Patient Care VAT and Standard Operating Procedure framework
Provide analyses/reports to hospital clients by benchmarking hospital data with National-level Benchmarking and Analytics databases
Documents and communicates the savings success and engages end users in needed process change or product conversion
Conduct market research for new sources of medical/surgical supplies, products and equipment. Locate and contact vendors and
suppliers
Create tools to assist clients in selection of alternate products
Engages medical device representatives and Managers to develop and manage a Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) strategy and
contracts
Facilitates implementation of new or modified policies and procedures based on hospital best practices and compliance with Federal,
State, and regulatory agencies. Ensures policies are followed across the organization through education to hospital departments and
coordination with Finance, Compliance, Office of General Counsel, and Risk Management
Ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels as well as prepare and deliver clear, comprehensive written and oral
communications; Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus
Ability to negotiate, influence, and persuade others when appropriate
Ability to think analytically, apply judgment, make informed decisions and formulate recommendations/ create reports based on findings
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines in a fast paced environment
Ability to manage numerous central and offsite order and supply systems for the hospitals and clinics
Knowledge of general store keeping, inventory, stock control methods, end-to-end Supply Chain processes, hospital billing systems and
hospital rate file structures
Knowledge of the impact of implementing new price agreements
Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility
A minimum of 8 years’ experience in the purchasing, material management, supply chain and/or logistics
Strong knowledge of Materials management techniques
Materials Management (CPIM) or Purchasing (CPM) certification
Leadership/project management experience
Strong negotiating skills and a solid understanding of market dynamics
Willing to travel up to 25%, as needed
Develops a strong team through training, coaching, and mentoring to achieve a world class capability of supply chain management
Develops and executes sourcing strategies for each product category and vendor type to maximize quality and service while minimizing
cost
Develops, evaluates, and administers proposals and contracts for various vendors to maximize service while minimizing cost
Manages daily scheduling activities of the planning group and takes the lead in decision making on changes effecting material inventory
and lead times
Develops, maintains, and utilizes MRP and other available software tools for planning, control and tracking of raw materials and purchased
product
Manages effective procedures and policies to ensure accuracy of BOM's, Routings, and master data
Develops inventory management programs with existing and new vendor base to minimize raw material inventory levels
Work with Quality Assurance departments/labs in evaluating, selecting, qualifying and certifying new suppliers
Support the effective development and introduction of new products to ensure project timelines and budgets are met and the inventory
impacts are managed to not unfavorably impact turns or generate obsolete or excess inventory
Ensure Supply Chain processes and activities are consistent, documented and communicated
Develops and implements multi-year strategy for assigned commodities, suppliers and parts/services to achieve established goals in
supplier quality, delivery, price and
Executes the competitive bid, negotiation, contracting processes and/or technical continuous improvement for assigned commodities or
services; collaborates cross-BU and cross-region for optimal TE leverage
Demonstrates a high level of expertise in procurement competencies (business/supply chain acumen
Assist with obtaining specifications from the Business (users) to obtain specifications related to changes in the business functions for
projects; For projects that move forward into development, the business analyst will assist the team depending upon the scope and
complexity
Translate business user concepts and ideas into specific requirements
Ability to lead meetings and small project teams
Comfortable in either Agile or Waterfall type projects/implementations
Participate in the design of the implementation plan
Assist in planning, leading, and monitoring testing effort
May be responsible for assigning daily tasks/work to junior level staff on project teams
Retail systems experience is preferred, but not required to be considered for this position
3+ years of related experience in a business analysis role within the IT function Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and highly
collaborative environment
Experience in supply chain portion of retailing with focus on order management a plus
Ability to deliver critical projects on-time from project initiation through post-implementation
Lead the Business (users) to obtain specifications related to changes in the business functions for projects; and act as a project lead on
some of the assigned projects, depending upon the scope and complexity
Work with IT and business to translate business requirements into a functional design
Review detailed design documents
Follow all project management framework standards, procedures and documentation
Work with internal and external resources assigned, to develop the requirements into technical specifications
Review all user documentation
Plan, lead, and monitor testing effort
Oversee the development of training and support plans for the users of the application
Experience in supply chain portion of retailing with focus on order management a plus (Manhattan Associates)
5+ years’ experience as a Business Analysis role within the IT function
Demonstrated strong knowledge of software development lifecycle methodologies and practices
Strong desire to learn and work with multiple applications, tools, and technologies
Experience using Microsoft Project is a plus
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required
Drive, collaborate and lead user discovery sessions and project team meetings to gather and organize project business requirements and
use cases on assigned projects
Analyze and document both business processes and system enhancements that reduce expense and increase customer satisfaction
through improvements in quality, efficiency, and communication
Identify innovative solutions to improve cross-functional processes and operational efficiency
Work with project leaders, architects, and application teams to determine the right technical solutions that meet the business requirements
Design, coordinate, and execute application functional tests to ensure fulfillment of business requirements and IT quality, architectural, and
security standards
Work closely with the quality assurance team on the correct testing methodology/tools/reporting, focusing on requirements and user test
methodology
Serve as a technical writer on select projects. This may include creating end user help and/or user documentation or working with the IT
teams to document IT architectures, process, standards, and strategies
Assist and/or lead efforts to document and deliver change management related opportunities pertaining to assigned projects
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, MIS/CIS, Engineering, or related field (required)
3+ years’ experience as a Business Analyst, preferably with a minimum 2 years in a retail environment
Strong Business Analyst skills – experience with process modeling, use case development and detailed requirements documentation, with
expertise in the software development life cycle
Two years’ experience in either the functional, business and/or technical side of Supply Chain & Sourcing is recommended to be able to
quickly understand and evaluate the business processes and requirements
Demonstrated ability leading large groups of both business and technical resources
Strong interpersonal skills including collaboration, facilitation, leadership, and negotiation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate cross-cultural communication between and among highly experienced
business and IT associates
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to understand and effectively communicate complex business and technical processes, problems,
and issues
Excellent planning and organizational skills; capable of multi-tasking across several projects
Ability to understand the long-term ("big picture") and short term perspectives of situations
Personal Attributes: Confident, Self-starter, Strong work ethic, Highly motivated, Sense of humor, A Winning 'Will-Do' attitude, Team oriented
Analyze, document, and test new SAP development, configuration, ABAP programs, process flows, and functional specifications
Act as subject matter expert and escalation point for the day-to-day operational activities in support of key integration points and
functionality within the SAP SD/AR and MM/PP modules
Partner with business and technology partners to elicit, analyze, translate, and document business requirements into technical
requirements
Partner with business partners to conduct user acceptance testing
Document user manuals to describe business processes, SAP standard transactions, and custom transactions as they relate to the Home
Entertainment business and our particular SAP configuration
Coordinate project resources to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget
Work with executive and senior leaders to create and maintain an operating plan to achieve the strategic vision and operating platform
that defines the people, processes, tools, and technology
Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, or related field
Minimum three years of SAP experience
Knowledge of SAP ECC 6.0 SD/AR/MM/PP modules
Ability to decipher ABAP programs in order to develop test plans and troubleshoot production issues
Knowledge of SAP tables and their relationship to business documents
Basic knowledge of SAP job creation/scheduling
Basic knowledge of SAP configuration
Ability to understand business functionality and translate it into application requirements
Ability to quickly troubleshoot problems that may arise in work products
Experience with the Home Entertainment media industry or packaged media distribution is ideal
Experience with Microsoft Office tools
Work with the Business (users) to obtain specifications related to changes in the business functions for projects
Partner with the IT project leads and translate the business requirements into functional and logical flows
Work with IT and business build towards a functional design for development
Understand the concepts of basic project management framework and apply them to all of the deliverables
Work with internal and external resources assigned to develop the requirements
Participate the in the testing effort
Assist in monitor testing and managing the key performance indicators
Retail systems experience is required to be considered for this position
Education in supply chain management
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and highly collaborative environment
Strong written, verbal and visual communication skills
Strong desire to learn and work with different technologies
PMP / Project Management certification is a plus
Basic understanding in Warehouse Management System capabilities is preferred
Functional support for more than 24K users of Oracle eBS 11i instance – Order Management/ Procurement/ Advanced Pricing/WMS
modules
Work on assigned tickets to meet the agreed SLAs
Identify corrupt/orphan transaction records and deploy data fixes to maintain data integrity
Coordinate solution with Technical Analysts whenever custom components are involved (Forms/Reports/PLSQL)
Adhere to Change Management processes whenever a new setup change needs to be introduced in the Oracle Instance
Create functional requirements specification docs whenever a new change needs to be introduced in the instance
Work closely with MyOracleSupport for reporting/fixing bugs in standard Oracle functionality
Testing solutions/patches/data fixes provided by Oracle Corp before moving those to the Production environment
Develop training material and application documentation as required
Business Analyst, Supply Chain
Responsible for MM and SAP Master Data requests analysis and follow up on change requests
Discuss with external and internal customer groups do define their requirements
Responsible for integrated testing (UAT) related to MM and SAP Master Data
Communicate changes/improvements related to MM Module and SAP Master Data to supply Chain users and externally if required
Quick learner able to deal well with stress
Self-sufficiency and strong problem-solving skills
Very good team spirit and proven verbal and written communication skills
Ability to innovate and find simple and creative solutions
Basic knowledge of Outlook, Excel and MS Word
Spoken and written French and English
Aptitude for problem identification and resolution; tenacity to deep dive into root causes of data issues
Self-motivated individual with a high level of integrity; ability to multi-task and prioritize projects based on business needs
5+ years of advanced Excel experience; 2+ years PowerPoint
2+ years of experience writing SQL and/or SAS queries; or any other related programming and data analysis experience
Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively cross-functionally and at all levels of management
Knowledge of inventory management, supply chain systems a plus
Experience with Teradata, SAP, Oracle, Cognos, Tableau, MS Access, SQL Server and other BI tools a plus
Lead IT supply chain programs and activities across all key disciplines, including Manufacturing, Purchasing & Planning, Quality, and
Distribution
Assume IT ownership, including incident and problem resolution, for Supply Chain applications including Oracle
Work with users and IT peers to identify software problems and coordinate actions required to ensure timely resolution
Develop a thorough understanding of the Supply Chain processes, drivers, goals, and procedures, and how IT can best support
Design and recommend solutions to best meet the needs of your clients while aligning with its strategic direction
Partner with functional leadership to define roadmaps, assess priorities, and detail budgets for program activities
Identify and implement ways to continually improve Supply Chain efficiencies through IT tools and solutions
Create and manage trusting relationships between clients and IT through effective communication and interpersonal skills
Provide senior level functional analysis of key business processes and document the resulting systems requirements to provide quality
business applications
Lead efforts with clients and IT teams to develop business cases, processes, requirements and system specification documents
Design, develop, and deliver training programs for both the IT and user community as needed
Develop, demonstrate, and maintain a solid level of professional knowledge, skills, and proficiency with current tools and technologies
Provide end-to-end leadership for IT Supply Chain projects and programs
Strong technical foundation and ability to quickly learn new concepts
Strong Oracle experience across key Supply Chain modules, including Demantra and WMS
Understand and be a strong advocate for IT standards and future strategic direction
Meet or exceed internal audit, Corporate Governance and business ethics requirements
High responsiveness to a changing landscape of priorities, timelines, and client requirements
Demonstrated formal presentation skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast moving IT team environment
Ability to identify and analyze risks as well as develop mitigation plans
Ability to influence acceptance by peers and clients
Analyzes and documents business requirements for the business area of responsibility
Responsible for delivery of (components of) IT projects
Assures project and project teams follow company and departmental policies, procedures and standards, including SDLC and Change
control
Provides business consulting support to customers
Analyzes, resolves and documents system changes needed as a result of defects, enhancements, incidents, missing requirements or other
root causes
Proactively identifies and assists in prioritizing opportunities to streamline business and system processes
Shares industry standards/trends with customers and peers within the area of responsibility
Identifies issues and leads resolution efforts. Escalates issues appropriately
Develops and assists in the presentation of business cases and system roadmaps
Develops preliminary project budgets. Assists in monitoring and reporting on projects
Manages day to day interactions with vendors. Work closely with vendors to complete required tasks
Works under general direction within a clear framework of accountability. Exercises substantial personal responsibility and autonomy. Plans
own work to meet given objectives and processes
Be able to travel, when necessary, and performs additional job-related duties as requested
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems or related field or relevant combination of education and experience
required
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in IT project management/business analysis
Minimum 2 years of experience working with business functions: Supply Chain or Manufacturing
Experience with systems solution delivery, configuration, or development; within SAP Materials Management, SAP Sales and Distribution, or
Serialization Systems
Experience managing Customer relationships at various organizational levels
Experience with formal SDLC methodology desired, as well as with system validation processes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to clearly and effectively communicate complex information
Organization
Priority Setting
Intelligence Horsepower
Support execution of SCM strategy to improve end-to-end group performance, cost and service levels
Manage and support financial controlling of all logistic cost related to the Supply Chain Management (SCM) functions within Western
Europe (including all warehouses)
Support processes and tools that increases transparency on cost and cost drivers of the Supply Chain and IT through cost management of
the assigned budget by supporting budget process and forecast, reporting actual costs
Act with a business partner mindset, e.g. by ensuring financial but also non-financial managers are provided top notch and highly
accurate information for analysis for their business decisions
Support the development and continuous enhancement of balanced Key Performance Indicators, help driving transparency on business
performance drivers and living a sustainable “performance management culture” within the Supply Chain Organization
Maintain methods and suggest improvements for advanced budgeting, forecasting and performance tracking; establish a benchmarking
process; and deepen knowledge and understanding of industry trends
Very good analytical skills in order to synthesize complex data and develop innovative solutions
Strong analytical skills, managing large data quantities from multiple sources
Understanding of performance management methods and improvement tools such as Balanced Scorecard, SCOR, Six Sigma, Activity-
Based-Costing et al
Advance user skills in SAP-CO/PA, Business Intelligence (SAP BW, IBM Cognos et al.)
3+ years of work experience in related field; alternatively, 5+ years of relevant Performance/ Supply Chain Management experience
Analyze forecasting metrics to uncover trends and find root causes of forecast inaccuracy
Help with the data analysis by identifying the opportunities and Program managing the implementation of fix. Root cause research to
identify process breakdowns within departments and providing data through use of various skill sets to find solutions to breakdowns
Support cross-functional teams on the day-to-day execution of projects and initiatives
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Math, Finance, Statistics or related discipline
Minimum three (3) years of experience using business intelligence reporting tools
Strong proficiency in advanced excel, SQL, VBA, and Tableau
Proficiency at querying and creating simple relational databases
Familiarity with R/Python programming for data analytics
The ideal candidate actively seeks to understand Amazons core business values and initiatives, and translates those into everyday
practices
Advanced degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance, or other technical field from an accredited university
Support the Supply Chain Management with analysis and reporting of global material sourcing activities
Responsible for month end close reporting, consolidation and integrity of data
Manage and maintain department analytical tools, processes and databases
Track and report on cost saving activities and support procurement department cost down activities
Support the preparation of the annual budget as well as the 5-year forecast
Active contribution to the improvement of reporting and planning processes and tools
Provide routine and ad-hoc analysis (technical and analytical support) as directed by management
Support management with presentation materials
Drive successful implementation of waterline projects to achieve proposed benefits by utilizing organizational change management skills
Lead continuous improvement activities (ACE) to investigate turn backs, escapes and improve application performance, quality and
reliability
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related technical field
At least 1+ years’ experience and prior experience with an ERP System
The ideal candidate will have experience in the following areas
Manage and support the financial controlling of all logistic cost related to the Supply Chain Management (SCM) function within Western
Europe (including all warehouses)
Manage and support processes and tools that increases transparency on cost and cost drivers of the Supply Chain through cost
management of the assigned budget by manage and support budget process and forecast, reporting actual costs, explaining cost
deviations, and identifying savings potential as part of cost saving initiatives
Support business case development of Supply Chain projects and investments by challenging, identifying and quantifying improvement
potential
Support the development and continuous enhancement of balanced Key Performance Indicators, strive for transparency on business
performance drivers and building sustainable “performance management culture” within the Supply Chain Organization
Act as a team player, embrace continuous learning & improvement and cross-functional collaboration
Implement and maintain methods for advanced budgeting, forecasting and performance tracking; establish a benchmarking process;
and deepen knowledge and understanding of industry trends
Very strong financial controlling and accounting skills
Result orientated and pro-active with a high degree of customer orientation
Advanced MS Office skills, especially MS Excel, Access skills preferred
University degree in Business Administration / Finance / Controlling / Logistics
5+ years of work experience in related field; alternatively, 5+ years of relevant Performance/ Supply Chain Management experience
Knowledge of fast moving consumer goods, fashion industry and/or retail is an advantage
IT Business Analyst, Supply Chain
Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the end user experience
Function as the liaison between the business unit and the other supporting functional organizations (IT, Billing, 3rd Party suppliers, etc.) to
properly interpret and deliver to the functional specifications. Ensure alignment between the business operational strategies and technical
solutions
Oversees the translation of high level business requirements into functional specifications and then translates to technical specs for
configuration and deployment. Develop and maintain library of functions specifications via Change Management processes
Work with various audit teams in support of Supply Chain application audits. Audits include change Management (testing documentation,
user access audits, application security settings, etc)
Leads small projects with could include management of project plans including gathering detailed business requirements, process
requirements, establishing definitions and gaining approval
Lead or assist in the creation of testing script creation, assisting/conducting user acceptance testing and communication to application
users
Provides general support to Supply Chain Application relating to questions, issues, etc
Ability to speak to large groups at all levels (warehouse tech to senior leadership)
Ability to perform critical thinking in the area of Supply Chain and IT processes
Ability to prioritize and organize effectively and manage multiple projects/assignments
Proven ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft products, specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint
SQL skills preferred
JD Edwards (JDE) or other ERP experience preferred; ideally around Inventory Management
High level interactions with Business Management and system users in the ongoing development of Business Process leveraging System
Capability and ongoing System Development
Be able to transform High Level Business requirements into detailed project plans and requirement documents. High level of Interaction
with the Information Technology team is required to implement system enhancements and fixes, requiring understanding of IT terminology,
processes, and capabilities
Support Global user community in a wide range of support activities such as issue resolution, troubleshooting, system enhancements,
report development, system setups and data entry, and ongoing training activities. Continuous interaction with user community is
necessary
Ensure data integrity of core Oracle Configurations, core data supplied by external systems and outbound data to external to systems,
along with basic data entry as required
Core understanding of two or more of following business functions
Analyzes the effectiveness of promotions and special campaigns and assesses the effect of pricing strategies for assigned business unit or
product lines. Evaluates pricing impact on product demand and overall profitability
Analyzes trends within assigned business unit or product lines. Provides analytical support for all business channel opportunities. Performs
trend and performance analysis to assess effectiveness of programs implemented across all business channels
Develops and distributes required business unit or product line reports
Prepares and makes presentations to communicate program or product effectiveness
Works with manager to develop budgets and forecasts for assigned business unit or product lines. Facilitates budgeting and forecasting
process for assigned business unit or product lines
Cross-functional environment (3 years)
Distribution or logistics environment (2 years)
Retail planning and analysis (2 years)
Analytical and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment
Financial analysis
Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to use and maintain complex business models
Business analysis skills, with the ability to see implications and provide consultative solutions and recommendations
Strategic business knowledge, with the ability to learn difficult concepts quickly